Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

11 Sep

Canada Eases Study Rules for Temporary Workers, Major Relief for Indians and Punjabis

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma): Thousands of Indians working in Canada could get greater flexibility to upgrade their skills after the Canadian government introduced a temporary measure allowing eligible work permit holders to pursue short-term education and training without obtaining a separate study permit. The policy, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on September 9, 2026, is aimed at temporary workers who are already in Canada and want to obtain additional qualifications, professional training or licences while remaining employed. The move could have particular significance for Indians, including Punjabis, who form a sizeable section of Canada's temporary foreign workforce. Workers…

11 Sep

East Delhi Murder: Two Held After Young Man Stabbed to Death in Mandawali

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A young man was allegedly stabbed to death in the Mandawali area of East Delhi, with police apprehending two people in connection with the killing. The deceased has been identified as Vansh Dedha. According to the police, he was attacked by two assailants in the Mandawali police station area. Following the stabbing, Vansh was taken to Max Hospital in a critical condition. Despite medical efforts, doctors declared him dead. Two apprehended Delhi Police said two accused have been apprehended in connection with the incident. The circumstances leading to the attack and the motive behind the killing…

11 Sep

Donald Trump Claims US Has Entered a ‘Golden Age’, Credits Administration With Economic and Military Gains

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has portrayed his administration’s record as a sweeping turnaround for the country, claiming that the United States has moved from what he described as a period of decline into a “golden age” under his leadership. Speaking about his administration’s achievements, Trump said American voters had given him a mandate to rescue the country and argued that he had fulfilled every major commitment made during the campaign. Trump attacks Biden-era policies Trump sharply criticised former President Joe Biden and Democrats, blaming their policies for what he described as severe economic and social problems in…

11 Sep

Alberta Marks World Suicide Prevention Day With Call for Greater Support and Connection

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EDMONTON (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is using World Suicide Prevention Day to highlight the importance of early support, stronger community connections and accessible mental health services for people facing difficult times. Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Rick Wilson and Minister of Children and Family Services Searle Turton issued a joint statement Thursday, remembering Albertans who have died by suicide and acknowledging the lasting impact on their families, friends and communities. The ministers stressed that suicide prevention should not begin only when someone reaches a crisis point. They said early intervention, accessible counselling and community-based services can play an important role…

11 Sep

Alberta Puts $5.5 Million Toward Industry-Led Workforce Training

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EDMONTON (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta is committing $5.5 million to help employers and industry groups tackle workforce shortages and prepare workers for changing demands across the province. The funding is being delivered through the Alberta Industry Skills Grant (AISG), a competitive program designed to support collaborative training projects led by industry. Applications for the 2026-27 funding round opened on September 9 and will remain open until October 30. Projects selected for support are expected to get underway in early 2027. Funding Targets Skills Shortages The grant is open to businesses and organisations across Alberta's industries. Its focus is on practical training…

11 Sep

Surrey Arena Project Draws Criticism as Linda Annis Calls for More Neighbourhood Facilities

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SURREY, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Demolition work has begun at the site planned for Surrey’s proposed 10,000-seat arena, prompting renewed criticism from Surrey First councillor and mayoral candidate Linda Annis over the city’s priorities and the projected cost of the project. Annis says Surrey should be directing more attention toward facilities that residents can use regularly, including neighbourhood parks, swimming pools, skating rinks and sports fields. Questions Over Arena Cost and Use The proposed arena has become a major point of discussion as construction preparations move forward. Annis argues that several aspects of the project remain unclear, including the amount paid…

10 Sep

Alberta and Build Canada Homes Partner in $385-Million Drive to Expand Affordable Housing

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma) — The Government of Alberta has joined forces with Build Canada Homes to deliver over $385 million in combined funding aimed at expanding below-market housing options throughout the province. The collaborative initiative will finance 21 development proposals this year, adding a minimum of 1,460 subsidized units designed to ease living cost pressures for lower-income households. Under the framework, the provincial administration has pledged upwards of $165 million through dedicated vehicles such as the Affordable Housing Partnership Program, while Build Canada Homes is injecting up to $220 million via a mixture of direct grants and low-interest loans. The…

10 Sep

Alberta Police Watchdog Concludes Inquiry Into RCMP Officer Over Non-Consensual Image Sharing

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta News, Alberta RCMP, ASIRT, intimate images, misconduct, Police Investigation

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma) — The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team has finalized its formal probe into a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer accused of unlawfully circulating non-consensual intimate photographs online. The provincial oversight agency’s executive director evaluated the assembled investigative material and published a definitive findings document reviewing the circumstances surrounding the officer's conduct. The investigation originated from complaints alleging the digital distribution of explicit photographs without the subject's authorization. As investigators delved into the digital footprint and official activity, the scope broadened to encompass secondary allegations concerning improper and illicit searches conducted within protected law enforcement databases. The resulting…

10 Sep

ईरान युद्ध के बाद घटेंगी तेल की कीमतें: डोनाल्ड ट्रंप; होर्मुज जलडमरूमध्य का नाम बदलने का दिया सुझाव

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वाशिंगटन (राजीव शर्मा): अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रंप ने कहा है कि ईरान के साथ जारी मौजूदा संघर्ष समाप्त होते ही वैश्विक बाजार में कच्चे तेल की कीमतों में गिरावट आने की संभावना है। साथ ही उन्होंने दावा किया कि इस युद्ध में वाशिंगटन का पलड़ा लगातार भारी हो रहा है। संघर्ष पर बात करते हुए ट्रंप ने कहा कि "जैसे ही हम ईरान के खिलाफ यह युद्ध जीतेंगे", तेल के दाम नीचे आ जाएंगे। उन्होंने जोर देकर कहा कि इस सैन्य टकराव में संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका लगातार बढ़त बनाए हुए है। ट्रंप ने रणनीतिक रूप से बेहद महत्वपूर्ण होर्मुज जलडमरूमध्य…

10 Sep

Donald Trump Says Oil Prices Will Fall After Iran War, Floats Renaming Strait of Hormuz

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has said global oil prices are likely to decline once the ongoing conflict with Iran comes to an end, while claiming that Washington is currently gaining the upper hand in the war. Speaking about the conflict, Trump said oil prices would come down “as soon as we win the war with Iran”, asserting that the United States was making progress in the confrontation. Trump also made a provocative suggestion concerning the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, joking that the waterway should be renamed the “Trump Strait.” He appeared to acknowledge that Iran’s leadership…